Convicted Crime Minister and Pakistan!

It is so unfortunate seeing a convicted PM proud and taking honor on his conviction. It has been more than two weeks that Pakistan's Criminal Prime Minister was declared convicted by the apex court on charge of Contempt of court.Mr Gilani however seems relax and is enjoying being the world's only acting convicted Prime minister hence making him crime minister.Rather being ashamed he is on his UK tour .The opposition parties have decided not to accept Mr Gillani as PM and have called for protests and rallies against the Gilani government .PML N is one such party who has hit the roads for supremacy of law and is gathering large support for it.There gathering in Lahore and Gujranwala is a clear proof that people now want change. Mian Nawaz Sharif's role in the past has been admirable and he seems to getting things right gathering massive public support for his decisions. However, Imran Khan's PTI has also called for Save judiciary movement but Imran Khan seems to enjoy political romance with PPP and has not hit hard on PPP's convicted PM rather in rallies hitting on Nawaz Sharif.And on the other hand Gilani was also kind enough to praising Imran Khan and criticizing Nawaz Sharif.One should try to understand that rule of law is important for survival of democracy. .Imran Khan’s politics is getting tougher day by day and has become hard to understand. Nawaz Sharif asked Imran Khan to join hands against Gilani but Imran Khan turned down the offer demanding PML N to resign from assemblies before they could sit on the table. PML N's resignation from parliament will only do good PPP as they might conduct by-elections and then appoint an interim-government of their own choice and pass constitutional amendments to safeguard their Crime Minister and President .PPP's failure to realize that Gilani will remain convicted until his appeal is turned into his favor has exposed their leaders legal understanding. If it was for morals and principles Gilani himself should have resigned. PPP is trying to create anarchy so they can go as political martyrs but revolution is on the roll now! The nation has assembled and is ready to drag these culprits out and establish their own government by supporting rule of law.God Save Pakistan.

Majid Tamoor

Published in Pk today http://www.pakistantoday.com.pk/?p=184915

A concerned citizen's letter!

Below is the letter attached which made my mind think and would allow the readers to do the same.Its a Pukaar for the donors of Pukaar! The letter was directed to Pukaar campaign officials.

Dear Madam,

Your organization has very diligently been looking after the interests and rights of the citizens of Pakistan. Your role and untiring efforts in making our society transparent and free of corruption are commendable.

We, as concerned and responsible citizens of Pakistan feel a duty to bring to your attention the Pukaar Campaign of 2010. The Pukaar campaign was initiated by Mr. Imran Khan- Chairman Pakistan Tehreek Insaf to provide relief to the flood victims and to rehabilitate them. Huge sums in donation were collected through various means including telethons. Over 2 billion rupees were donated by the people of Pakistan to Pukaar to facilitate its relief effort during the devastating flood of 2010.

It is extremely unfortunate that Mr. Imran Khan and his Pukaar campaign was nowhere to be seen during the relief and rehabilitation efforts. The citizen's of Pakistan demand an explanation as to where the 2 billion rupees were spent and in what way. This is a very serious matter and it may please be looked into, as the trust of the people of this great nation has been betrayed yet again.

Regards,

Muhammad Abubakar Umer

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We as a nation look forward to the answers!

Majid Tamoor

Nawaz Sharif at Siachen!

It has been more than 10 days since the Pakistani soldiers have been trapped buried under the snow avalanche at Siachen.The whole nation is praying for the frost warriors and expecting a miracle that those 135 lives are safe.

PML N Chief Nawaz Sharif’s visit to Siachen was an important highlight of the week. His visit was not only been broadcasted on electronic media but was also trending on social media. In general ,Pakistan masses appreciated Nawaz Sharif’s gesture of gratitude and solidarity towards the brothers trapped under ice. Nawaz Sharif ,despite the bad weather, reached Siachen which was appreciated not only by masses but journalists like Hamid Mir,Mubasher Lucman and Dr Shahid Masood.

Nawaz Sharif along with himself carried relief goods and stayed at Gyari for half an hour and then met the families of the soldiers buried under ice. He offered 5 lakh for each family with a job in Punjab govt.Whereas back in Lahore Maryam Nawaz was receiving appreciation, on behalf of Nawaz Sharif for his for his gesture , on twitter. Nawaz Sharif’s demand, of unilateral pull of troops from Siachen by both sides, was highly endorsed by different media people from both countries.
It is sign that change is afoot since leaders like him now vouch for peace. This means that there is an evolving consensus for the need of peace across the political ideological spectrum. Mian Nawaz Sharif’s gesture must be appreciated regardless of party affiliation as he has put the right foot, and words, forward.It’s high time for both sides ,India and Pakistan, to realize that they are not gaining much by losing precious lives.
Nawaz Sharif visit was not only important to show solidarity towards the brothers fighting there but also showed his concern for his people.Nawaz Sharif proved to be a national leader winning over all those who claimed to be more closer to the public.Nawaz Sharif noble gesture should be appreciated and I pray to God that other leaders follow the same path.Long live Nawaz Sharif!

Orginaly published in Pakistan today!
 http://www.pakistantoday.com.pk/?p=179333 http://www.pakistantoday.com.pk/?p=179848

The Frost Warriors!

For 28 blustery, shivering years, the Indian and Pakistani armies have been fighting a war along the frigid peaks of the western Himalayas -- in an area named for the Siachin Glacier and known as the battleground on the roof of the world.

Siachin is the world highest battlefield at over 20,000 feet. The harsh conditions and severe weather has caused many mothers to lose their sons. The lion hearted warriors risk their life to protect our frontiers so that we can sleep in peace. More than 2000 people have died in this inhospitable terrain, mostly due to weather extremes and the natural hazards of mountain warfare. The highest temperature at that area is the lowest of one can imagine surviving.

Recently Pakistan soldiers were caught by an avalanche and are now buried under it. The whole nation is praying for the sons of the soil. For a soldier, Siachin is where hell freezes over, a 46-mile river of slow-moving ice surrounded by stupendous towers of snow. Temperatures swoon to 50 below, and sudden blizzards can bury field artillery in minutes. Men sleep in ice caves or igloos and breathe air so spare of oxygen that it sends their hearts into a mad gallop. Fainting spells and pounding headaches are frequent. Frostbite chews its way through digits and limbs. The soldiers are the frost warriors.

At Siachin while some troops fall to hostile fire, far more perish from avalanches and missteps into crevasses that nature has camouflaged with snow. The war for survival against nature never stops at Siachin. More warriors die because of the severe weather conditions then in a combat.

The recent event have forced both sides to think over to reach some decision about the serious Siachin issue as more lives have been lost on both sides then gaining some fruit. But sadly the topic will be discussed for a few days and then be dusted again and the cycle will continue.

A Pakistani soldier who once was posted at Siachin says, “We are prepared to battle on the roof of the world forever.”

All I can say in the end is “Aa Rahey Haq ko Shehedo ,wafa ki tasveeron.tumhay watn ki hawain salam kehti hai”. Martyrs never die and rule the hearts of people .You shall never be forgotten!

orginally published in TFT http://www.thefridaytimes.com/beta3/tft/article.php?issue=20120420&page=10

Leader on the Rise!

It has not been long since Maryam Nawaz, daughter of Nawaz Sharif, stepped into politics, but the young lady is gaining popularity rapidly. From the laptop distribution ceremonies, the lady has picked up some fan following and her speeches have shown that she possesses a rather rare combination i.e., beauty with brain. She has become a youth icon.

She is educated and probably the best one to lead the youth. She might be relatively young but she is mature in her. Being a high-spirited and extremely energetic individual, these traits will allow her to work solemnly for the people of Pakistan and to pave a road for development of the country.

Maryam’s entry into politics is a sign of optimism. Her astute understanding of the present challenges faced by our country and her eagerness to work for their correction and to bring about prominent changes and developments has brought hope to many people. Her presence in politics has filled a void in the present political scenario of Pakistan. She had to go through the sufferings of exile. Her Newsweek interview has also given a better insight to her personality and hence shows her potential.

MAJID
orginally published in PK Today http://www.pakistantoday.com.pk/2012/04/04/comment/editors-mail/leader-on-the-rise/

Tsunami Receding?

Warnings of 'the Tsunami' have been toned down in the last few weeks. Perhaps it has receded and we are all safe. The cancelling of Pakistan Tehreek-e-Insaaf's 23rd March public meeting in Quetta is a sign that a giant wave was mistaken as a Tsunami.

Marvi Memon declined to join the PTI this month and pledged support for Nawaz Sharif instead. That will boost the PML-N's image because it needed a youth icon. She is more popular amongst young people than Shah Mahmood Qureshi or Javed Hashmi.

One major reason the Tsunami has subsided is that Imran Khan has changed his stance too often and makes contradictory statements.

I think it is time our youth should understand that if it was about winning the world cup for your country, Dhoni and Ponting would be the future prime ministers of their countries. And if social work makes one worthy of being a prime minister, why not Edhi?

I wish Imran Khan well and hope he realizes we need a change and not a revolution.

Majid

Orginaly published in the friday times http://www.thefridaytimes.com/beta2/tft/article.php?issue=20120316&page=10

The mayor visits!

The past week Lahore witnessed the environment of festivity because of the visit of Mayor of Istanbul Kadir Topas. The Mayor was here to inaugurate the revolutionized mechanized solid waste management project of Shehbaz Sharifs government .The visit was not only important to Lahore or Punjab but diplomati...cally for Pakistan. The visit and the reception showed the never dying ties of love between Turkey and Pakistan. I was lucky to see the visuals of inauguration on my TV screen. The CM and Mayor inaugurated the project by driving the sweepers, which will be used for cleaning roads, showing their determination to serve the masses. The speeches by both the leaders, CM and mayor, were of great emotional value. CM Punjab revealing that the Turk Companies waived of millions of rupees as a gesture of kindness and friendship. The Mayor also told that Turkish government shall assist Pakistan in each and every manner to lead towards prosperity. I personally admire CM Shehbaz policies and believe that his vision can lead Pakistan to new heights. Let it be the Ashiana Housing Scheme, the public rapid transport service, the yellow cab scheme or the E-youth initiative the man has left no stone unturned for serving the masses. I salute this man for what he has done and best of luck for the future. Thank you Shehbaz Sharif for Clean Lahore and healthy Pakistan!--
Majid